Welding
Manufacturing
Description
Knowing how to weld is a skill that almost everyone might find useful at some point in time. For those students who would like to make a career out of welding, this career pathway provides them with the specialized training and techniques found in industrial welding environments. Students are provided the opportunity to become state-certified welders. Our instructor is a welder and knows what you need to be successful!
Accreditation
National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER)
Application
Applicants must complete a Southern Tech Application for Admission. Additional information and applications are available at the Southern Tech campus and online at www.sotech.edu. Enrollment for this career major is open to partnering High Schools (juniors/seniors) and Adults.
Tuition
High School Student: Free. Adult Student (in-district): $2.50 per hour; Adult Student (Out-of-District): $5 per hour; and Adult Student (Out-of-State): $7.50 per hour. Additional costs may include books, supplies, and miscellaneous fees.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Financial aid and scholarships are available for qualifying students.
Program/Courses/Hours
| Welding Fundamentals | |
| NCCER Construction Core | 72.5 |
| NCCER Welding Level 1 / Employability Skills I | 285 |
| NCCER Welding Level 2 Fundamentals | 167.5 |
| Total Hours | 525 |
| Estimated time to complete (Half Time) | 1 year |
| Welding Advanced | |
| NCCER Construction Core | 72.5 |
| NCCER Welding Level 1 / Employability Skills I | 285 |
| NCCER Welding Level 2 Fundamentals | 167.5 |
| NCCER Welding Level 2 Advanced | 60 |
| NCCER Welding Level 3 / Employability Skills II | 465 |
| Total Hours | 1050 |
| Estimated time to complete (Full Time) | 1 year |
| Estimated time to complete (Half Time) | 2 years |
Targeted Certifications and/or Credentials
► Oklahoma Welder Certification
► Certified Welder
Certifications may vary by Program and are subject to change without notice.
Student Organization
SkillsUSA
Schedule
Adults (Half Time) 8:00-11:00 AM or 12:45-3:45 PM; Adults (Full Time) 8:00-11:00 AM and 12:45-3:45 PM; High School Students 8:00-11:00 AM or 12:45-3:45 PM
Employment Options
The following list is associated with the approved SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) for this program and does not necessarily represent immediate opportunities; additional training may be required for some options listed.
Aluminum Welder, Fabrication Welder, Fabricator, Fitter/Welder, Maintenance Welder, MIG Welder (Metal Inert Gas Welder), Sub Arc Operator, Welder, Welder-Fitter, Welder/Fabricator – Approximate Pay Potential: $14-31/Hour. (source: https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/51-4121.06):
Jason Sampson
Welding Instructor